Charilaos Pappis, MD, PhD, FACS, FEBS(Hon)

Dr. Pappis is a distinguished surgeon renowned for his expertise and groundbreaking contributions to the field of surgical medicine. His illustrious journey began at the School of Medicine of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where he graduated with honors and received a scholarship from the State Scholarship Foundation in 1991. Building upon his academic achievements, he pursued further education and earned a Ph.D. from the University of Muenster, Germany, with a Summa Cum Laude (Excellent) degree in 1993. Specializing in General Surgery, Dr. Pappis underwent rigorous training at Muenster Westfaelische Universitaet in Germany and the General State University of Athens "G. Births." He acquired specialized knowledge in Breast Surgery at the University Clinic of the People's Hospital and honed his skills in Laparoscopic Surgery through training in Bordeaux, France, and Brussels, Belgium. Additionally, he received training in Robotic Surgery in Strasbourg, further expanding his surgical expertise. Returning to Greece in 2000, Dr. [Name] embarked on a distinguished career marked by leadership and innovation. He served as the Director of the Surgery Clinic in a Private Clinic from 2004 to 2009 and subsequently as the Director of the 3rd Surgical Clinic of another Private Clinic from 2010 to 2022. Presently, he offers his expertise at the Medical Center of Athens (Maroussi Clinic), delivering exceptional surgical care to his patients. Dr.Pappis is celebrated for his pioneering work in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, having performed groundbreaking laparoscopic operations on various organs, including the stomach, intestine, liver, spleen, and gynecological organs. He was also among the first surgeons to introduce Robotic Surgery to Greece in 2007, revolutionizing surgical techniques and patient outcomes. An esteemed leader in his field, Dr. Pappis has held prominent positions in several medical societies, including President of the Hellenic Society of Endoscopic Surgery and other Techniques, President of the Greek Society of Obesity and Metabolic Diseases, and Treasurer of the Board of Directors of the Hellenic Society of Breast Surgery. He is a member of numerous prestigious Greek and foreign Scientific Bodies, including the American College of Surgeons, the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Diseases, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, among others. Dr. Pappis is a prolific speaker and has delivered hundreds of speeches as an invited speaker at national and international conferences. He has also organized several significant Panhellenic and World Conferences, showcasing his leadership and expertise on a global stage. Additionally, he has contributed to the writing of books and has published numerous articles in the international scientific press. His exceptional contributions to the field of surgical medicine have been recognized by esteemed organizations, including the International Organization Who is Who and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity, where he was honored for his outstanding contributions to the Federation of Bariatric Surgery Societies. Dr. Pappis continues to redefine the boundaries of surgical excellence, leaving an indelible mark on the field and improving the lives of countless patients worldwide.